Volunteers

The Mary Campbell Center welcomes volunteers from all walks of life. From students to retirees, from church and corporate volunteers to stay-at-home moms, we depend on and value our volunteers. Some volunteers choose to work directly with residents, while others choose to work behind the scenes. We strive to place volunteers in roles that best fit their needs and schedules. We partner with the University of Delaware Best Buddies Program which sets up one-on-one relationships and group activities throughout the year.

Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age, complete a volunteer application, participate in a tour of The Center, and attend an orientation session.

The following are examples of volunteer opportunities – if your talent or interest is not specifically listed, we still NEED YOU!!! Thanks for your help!

FRIENDLY VISITOR: to visit with residents, assist with letter writing, play a game, go for a walk, or read a book.EDUCATION: to assist with classes in the Learning Center or with internet and email.ARTS & CRAFTS: to assist residents with various arts and crafts projects.POOL: to assist residents in the indoor pool and hot tub. Volunteers should be available to give time on a regular schedule. Aquatic skills are not necessary.SEWING: to sew name tags on resident's clothing. The need is for year round but especially in November, early December, and January. Sewing machine helpful but not required.GARDENING VOLUNTEER: seasonal help is needed to maintain the Nature Trail and the flower and vegetable beds on the grounds of The Center.RECREATION VOLUNTEER: to play board games or cards with residents, assist with trips (movies, sports events, shopping, etc.), play a musical instrument or sing at Music Group and Happy Hour.PARTY AND HOLIDAY EVENTS: adopt a resident for their birthday; adopt a resident for Christmas or Hanukkah; help wrap holiday gifts and write cards. Assistance is needed at a holiday functions. Volunteers decorate for holidays throughout the year.CHILDREN AND YOUTH: to assist special needs children (age 3 - 21) and their siblings with games, arts and crafts, clubs, Special Olympics, swimming, Preschool, and summer camp.GROUP SPONSORED ACTIVITIES: volunteer groups are needed to provide musical performances, drama skits, magic shows, game/activity nights, holiday religious services, outside maintenance of grounds, flower beds, and The Nature Trail.